Quick Summary
Since 1920, Ural Federal University has been one of Russia's prominent publics, based in Yekaterinburg. Ranked #530 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 36000 students including 12.5% from outside Russia. Known for strengths in Philosophy, Petroleum Engineering, Hospitality & Leisure Management, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UrFU offers a unique bridge between Europe and Asia, high-quality technical education, and low living costs in a major industrial hub.
Subject Strengths
PhilosophyPetroleum EngineeringHospitality & Leisure ManagementMathematicsSocial Policy & Administration
Founded1920
TypePublic
Total Students36000
Intl Students12.5%
Faculty Ratio11
CampusUrban
Campus Size100 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#530
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD, Short-term courses
Programs
Physics and Astronomy, Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Philosophy, Economics
PhD Programs
Available via OpenUrFU and EdX platforms
Online Programs
72
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 10
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the Russian Government Scholarship (Global Education) for full funding. Early application is recommended for visa processing.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Russian Ruble
UG Tuition
₽320,000/yr
per year · RUB
Living Cost
₽275,000/yr
per year · RUB
PG Tuition
₽365,000/yr
per year · RUB
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₽640,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · RUB
Scholarships AvailableRussian Government Scholarship, UrFU Gold Scholarship, Vladimir Potanin Foundation
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAcademic merit scholarships, state social stipends
Work-StudyAvailable for graduate students in research laboratories
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Specialist, PhD, Short-term courses programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Relations | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Material Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$9,000
Average Salary After Graduation
85%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong links with regional industrial giants and IT clusters
Industry Connections
RosatomGazpromEVRAZSberbankUMMC
Notable Alumni
Boris Yeltsin, Arkady Chernetsky, Alexander Misharin
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Swimming pool, athletics arena, fitness centers, football fields
Student Clubs
Over 30 organizations including student media, dance, and theater
Library Resources
Over 3 million volumes, access to international electronic databases
Exchange Programs
Bilateral agreements with 400+ international partners
Summer Programs
Russian Studies in Real Russia, Engineering Excellence School